Frequently Asked Questions

I want to attend a Southern C event! When are you launching tickets?

Yay! We’d love to have you join us at an event! Tickets for our February 2018 event are now on sale, but for every event we announce ticket sales and event details to those on our newsletter list, as well as on our social media feeds, so there are plenty of places to stay up to date! Our social feeds and newsletter signup can be found on the top of any page of our website. Hope to see you at an event!

What is the agenda for the 2018 Summit?

Sessions will begin at noon on Wednesday, February 7th (add-on workshops begin at 8:30 am). The last networking event ends at noon on Friday, February 9th.

I purchased a ticket to your event online. Will I receive a physical ticket in the mail?

We do not issue physical tickets to our events. After purchasing your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address with which you registered.

If you did not receive an email (and it is not located in your spam and/or junk mail folders), please contact us immediately at thesouthernc@gmail.com as it is likely your ticket did not process. Although we try our best to proactively catch any incomplete ticket issues, we are not responsible for ticket purchase errors and will not be able to remedy any issues after we have sold out.

Rest assured that if you received a confirmation email, you have a ticket! If you want to check up on whether you have a ticket, email us!

Once you have a ticket, you will also be added to our attendee newsletter list to receive updates on the event for which you registered, including our event app, logistical information and information about the venue and our sponsors. You can opt out of our newsletter at any time, but you will no longer receive information about the event.

I went to buy a ticket for your event, but you are sold out! Do you have a waiting list?

We do! The list can be quite lengthy, so we’d encourage you to email us as soon as possible as we process the list on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Please note that if a spot opens up and you are contacted, you will have 24 hours from being notified to contact us with payment information before we move to the next name on the list.

Waiting list tickets are subject to our ticket policy, so are non-refundable and non-transferrable within 45 days of the event.

To be placed on the wait list, please email your name and phone number to thesouthernc@gmail.com with the subject line “Waiting List Request”. We only use your phone number as a back-up method for contacting you if a spot opens up on our list. We do not sell or share your phone number with anyone outside of The Southern C.

Is the agenda and speaker roster set firm?

Sometimes, due to circumstances beyond our control, this may be subject to change without notice. We will do our best to bring in comparable offerings should this happen. We are not able to make refunds based upon this.

What is your ticket policy?

We offer a 50% refund on your ticket up until 45 days prior to event. Refunds will be issued to the card with which you purchased the ticket. To request a refund, please send an email to thesouthernc@gmail.com.

Within 45 days of the event, there are no refunds or credits towards future events. Attendees are not allowed to resell or transfer tickets once they have been purchased.

I’m interested in becoming a sponsor at your event. How do I go about this?

We’d love to talk with you! We have the best sponsors and attendees so this makes for magical pairings! Email us at thesouthernc@gmail.com.

I am interested in speaking at your event. How do I get in touch?

We are always interested in learning about new potential speakers. A great way to get started is by emailing us a description of your business and expertise, as well as what topic you would propose speaking about to thesouthernc@gmail.com.

I’m not a sponsor, but my brand or company would like to host an event for attendees during The Summit. How should I go about doing this?

In order to protect the investment of our Summit sponsors, we are requiring that no Presenter, Brand, Marketer, or Agency may host any event, function, training, seminar, focus group or other activity that, in the sole discretion of The Southern C Summit, competes with the Summit from Wednesday, February 7, through mid-day Friday, February 9, 2018. Doing so will result in cancelled tickets and forfeiting the ability to purchase tickets at future Summits.

Attendee participation in those type of events could also result in conference registration being revoked and future registration and/or participation denied.

We are happy to support and promote attendee events produced outside of the event dates as is possible. Please contact us at thesouthernc@gmail.com if you have additional questions about this policy or requests to host an event outside of the event dates.

What should I wear?

Though our events have no official dress code, most attendees pack their stylish, but comfortable, attire. We will have evening cocktail parties and dinners that will have an upscale coastal vibe. There will be photo ops galore with fellow attendees and participating brands.

You can also look through our Past Events for ideas on what attendees wore to prior events.

How do I get there?

Please see our Event page and click on the Location option for more information.

I'd like to stay up to date with the blog and events. Do you have a regular newsletter?

We’d love for you to follow along! We promote our blog posts and event news on social media as well as in a twice-monthly newsletter format that comes to your email inbox. You can find our social feeds, RSS feed and newsletter signup on the top of any page on our website!

I am interested in writing for The Southern C blog. How can I become a contributor?

We are happy to talk to anyone who has attended one of our in-person events about becoming a contributor. We feel that those who have attended an event have the best understanding of our audience and are those that can best write content that appeals to our readers. We ask for a commitment of one article per month. Being a contributor is a non-paid position, although contributors do receive certain perks.

I’d like to submit a blog post for publication on your site. Do you publish sponsored or third-party content?

We do not publish sponsored content for which The Southern C is not involved or which does not involve our events. Examples of past sponsored content includes, but is not limited to, travel articles after The Southern C team visits a location and/or local businesses, as well as content that showcases our event sponsors. Sponsored content reflects our corporate pillars of entrepreneurial education, networking and lifestyle inspiration, just as our regular blog content does.

If you would like to talk with us further about a blog post, please contact our Digital Media Director, Dominique Paye.

I love the photography from your blog! Do you mind sharing the names of your photographers?

Thank you! We love our photographers and are so happy to share their names. Over the years we have used the following professional photographers. Tell them The Southern C sent you!

I am so excited about the new Membership option. When do you foresee it launching?

Our goal is January 2018, perfect for tackling a new year and new resolutions for your business! We will announce the launch on our newsletter and social media channels. If you aren’t already following along, you can find our social feeds and newsletter signup at the top of every page of our website.

What is the difference between the Member Forum and the private "Alums of The Southern C Summit" Facebook group?

The “Alums of The Southern C Summit” Facebook group is a private group for those who have attended a Southern C Summit event in the past. If you are an alum and would like to join, please request access.

The Member Forum is a private group for members of The Southern Coterie. We have many in our community that cannot attend a Southern C event, whether due to location, life schedules or financial reasons. Our online Membership allows alums and non-alums to opportunity to connect, collaborate and create virtually, and what we hope will also translate into face-to-face connections! To learn more about Membership, see our Membership Benefits overview page.

As a member, what kind of conversations can I have on the membership forum?

The member forum is a place for members to connect on a variety of entrepreneurial and lifestyle topics! We ask that members take political discussions offline and always expect members to be respectful, courteous and PG! If you would be embarrassed if your grandmother read it, then it’s probably not ok. 😉

Events and job postings can go on our member calendar and member job board!

As a member, are there additional "finder's " fees if I hire or accept a job from the member job board?

No, we do not charge any finder’s fees for posting or accepting a job on the membership job board!

As a member, what types of events am I allowed to post on the calendar?

The member calendar is a place for members to post their business events and gatherings. Advertised events should be open to any member attending, or if there is a fee to attend, should be clearly stated. We ask that members refrain from posting political gatherings or non-business-related events on the board.

I am interested in sponsoring a Southern C event. How do I get started?

We’d love to talk with you! We have the best sponsors and attendees so this makes for magical pairings! Email us at thesouthernc@gmail.com.

I’d like to sponsor a blog post for publication on your site. Do you publish sponsored or third-party content?

We do not publish sponsored content for which The Southern C is not involved or which does not involve our events. Examples of past sponsored content includes, but is not limited to, travel articles after The Southern C team visits a location and/or local businesses, as well as content that showcases our event sponsors. Sponsored content reflects our corporate pillars of entrepreneurial education, networking and lifestyle inspiration, just as our regular blog content does.

I’d like to sponsor a social media post on your feeds. Do you offer sponsored social media posts?

At this time, sponsored social media content is not a stand-alone offering, but is a benefit of our Sponsorship Packages. If you are interested in learning more, please contact our Sponsor Coordinator, Erin Phillips. If you are a current sponsor and have news about your business you’d like to share, please contact our Digital Media Director, Dominique Paye.

My business is going through a transition and I’d like some advice. Can I set up some time to pick your brain?

We love sitting down with entrepreneurs as both a sounding board for new ideas and pivots, and to share advice based on our experiences. If applicable, we also have a wide network of service professionals and fellow entrepreneurs that we can recommend based on your needs to help you move forward in accomplishing your goals.

To request a meeting, whether by phone or in person, please email us at thesouthernc@gmail.com and give us an idea of the type of conversation you’d like to have. Our Co-Founders, Cheri Leavy and Whitney Long, as well as our Digital Media Director, Dominique Paye, are all available for consult for a per-hour fee.

I am looking to hire someone for my business. Can you recommend someone?

Whether it is taking on more employees or hiring tax and legal help, we love it when members and alums want to hire within our amazing network! So, in redesigning our website we have incorporated a job board to allow members to post and find jobs easily within our community! More information is located on on Membership Benefits page.

What is the difference between the Member Forum and the private "Alums of The Southern C Summit" Facebook group?

The “Alums of The Southern C Summit” Facebook group is a private group for those who have attended a Southern C Summit event in the past. If you are an alum and would like to join, please request access.

The Member Forum is a private group for members of The Southern Coterie. We have many in our community that cannot attend a Southern C event, whether due to location, life schedules or financial reasons. This membership allows alums and non-alums to opportunity to connect, collaborate and create virtually, and what we hope will also translate into face-to-face connections! To learn more about Membership, see our Membership Benefits overview page.

As a member, what kind of conversations can I have on the Member Forum?

The Member Forum is a place for members to connect on entrepreneurial and lifestyle topics.

Most topics that you’d be ok discussing in person at a networking event are probably ok. We ask that conversations involving politics and religion be taken offline and discussed privately elsewhere. We also expect members to remain positive and supportive. Trolling, spamming, inappropriate language and discussions are not allowed and may cause the member’s account to be terminated. We do not issue refunds, prorated or otherwise, to members whose account privileges have been revoked.

As a member, are there additional "finder's " fees if I hire or accept a job from the member job board?

No, we do not take a finder’s fee for any job announcements filled on our Job Board!

As a member, what types of events am I allowed to post on the calendar?

We encourage members to post events that their business is hosting or in which you are participating, as well as any networking events you are hosting or attending in which other members can participate. Examples might include trunk shows, business open houses, educational events at your business, networking events in your area, etc. We ask that you do not post about political events or rallies on this forum. If you have a question as to whether your event falls within these guidelines, please email us!

I’d like to collaborate with The Southern C. Who do I contact and how do I get an initial conversation going?

We love a good collaboration! Please contact us at thesouthernc@gmail.com with the subject line “Collaboration Request” and a detailed description of your proposed collaboration idea.

I have a retail storefront and I’d love to carry products from Southern C members and alums. Can you send me a list of members who make products in a certain category?

We receive this request a lot, so in redesigning our website we have incorporated a member directory to help facilitate interested parties finding one another and collaborating! You can learn more and sign up on our Membership Benefits page.

I am a blogger and/or media outlet and am looking for products to feature on my blog and/or in gift guides. Can you send me a list of your members and alums?

Our member directory is a great resource for locating products made by Southern C members. You can also put out a call for products on our member forum. More information about our directory and member forum can be found under the Membership Benefits area of our website.

I am looking to meet up with like-minded fellow entrepreneurs in my city. Can you send me a list of Southern C members in my area?

Our mantra is #connectcollaboratecreate, so we love it when entrepreneurs get together in support of one another. We created our membership directory, forum, and calendar to help facilitate members connecting with one another, both online and in person. To learn more about finding members and member events in your area, see our Membership Benefits page.

As a Member of our website, you have access to a private Member Forum to connect with other members as well as our membership directory, ability to post job openings on a job board and your business events to a calendar, as well as see those of other members.

I’d like to sponsor a post. Do you offer sponsored posts?

At this time, sponsored social media content is not a stand-alone offering, but is a benefit of our Sponsorship Packages. If you are interested in learning more, please contact our Sponsor Coordinator, Erin Phillips.

If you are a current or past sponsor and have news about your business you’d like to share, please contact our Digital Media Director, Dominique Paye.

I am an alum and I’d like to promote an event my business is sponsoring. Can you promote this on your social channels?

We love knowing about your events and so does our audience! With that in mind, we have created a membership calendar that allows members to post their business events, as well as see events from other members! More information is located on on Membership Benefits page.